Friday, November 03, 2006

A Toronto Maple Leaf Fan

So, I’ve established myself in the blogging world in terms of an introduction and a (brief) book review. Now for the real me. (And this might lose whatever fan base I may have started.) Yes, occasionally I’m going to blog about The Toronto Maple Leafs — my “boys.”

I’ve been a fan of this hockey team since I was a kid. I’m actually one of those lucky Canadians who saw the Leafs win the Stanley Cup in 1967. Who knew it would be their last one for years to come?

I used to listen to Foster Hewitt’s play-by-play on my tiny transistor radio in bed at night for the away games – and for the home games I was not allowed to watch ‘til the end on school nights. The only thing I ever won in my life was a pair of Leaf tickets via an Orange Crush bottle cap contest when I was 13 years old. (I am so dating myself here…) I believe that was the game where I hung around afterward and got Bobby Orr’s autograph. What a thrill. I graciously gave that tiny — cherished — scrap of paper to one of my sons. He, in turn, literally bumped into Bobby Orr while working at the Air Canada Centre last Monday. What a world.

I’d like to point out that although I have not gone to many Leaf games (perhaps 2 or 3 a year) every game I attend, the Leafs win. And this includes that thrilling game in Montreal on October 28. Yes, I was there as the shoot-out went to seven. I believe my presence during these Leaf victories is no coincidence. In fact, I think my presence assures the Leafs of a win.

Richard Peddie, John Ferguson and Paul Maurice — I am offering my services as a good luck charm. You want another Stanley Cup? Reserve a seat for me. Unfortunately, I will not be able to attend every game but let’s see what I can do for the home games.

OK, here I go - my first foray into Blogberg - I had no idea you were such an avid (possessed?) fan of the Leafs. I am impressed, though, with your honesty. Shall we forward your comments to the powers that be at ACC?!

is it me or is this blog site becoming a family thing? Anyone else would be afraid to leave a comment! I might add (since I'm here) that I also could name all the players on the 6 original teams. Oh, we had such exciting nghts!